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Having fun can be a messy business—which is why nearly every material in the solarium is washable and stain-resistant. “Because of their kids and the dog, cleanability was big on my client’s wish list,” Webster says. “And they wanted comfort, a lot of comfort.”

Modern Craftsman Redesign Opens Ponte Vedra Home

A Ponte Vedra couple and their growing clan builds their forever home with plenty of space to pursue their favorite pastimes

Jonathon Savage_FD31-3C Photo by Julie Wage Ross Jonathan Savage divided the L-shaped living room into three “intimate, convivial spaces to make it feel cozy, warm, and inviting yet casual, carefree, and durable,” he says. “You can come in with a bathing suit, plop down and be fine.”

Tranquility Achieved in Rosemary Beach Redesign

In Rosemary Beach, a family’s longtime design partner creates a space to savor

Robyn Branch_FD31-2D Photography by Zeke Ruelas Photography, Nashville, TN In the first floor guest den, Branch nudged the homeowner toward a more Moroccan-inspired look rich with deep greens and blues. Three pendants hang from the ceiling at staggered lengths, while the green-and-blue wallpaper brings the outside in. Floor cushions and throw pillows make it a perfect, quiet spot for the homeowner to meditate.

Rich Colors and Textures Transform Atlantic Beach Home

A sophisticated redesign takes an Atlantic Beach home from pop to polished

Awash in tranquil shades of blue, the dining room chairs are backed with an undulating Viridis Topaz ombre-stripe velvet. Ashley Longshore’s fishbowl painting provides an eye-grabbing focal point, and linear crystal lighting floats overhead like a sparkling crown.

Santa Rosa Beach Getaway Oozes Charm

Infused with Florida sunshine and a palette of brilliant ocean hues, this seaside home personifies the ultimate happy place for a beach-loving family

The second-floor family room is comfortably outfitted with Restoration Hardware’s sectional and Lee Industries lounge chairs. Natural wood branches out from a trio of Arteriors’ spellbinding “Finch” chandeliers, while hundreds of individually bent metal rods embody the playful vibe of Lightology’s “Little People Boomtown” floor lamp.

Grayton Beach Vacation Home is a Chic Escape

Love of family and friends anchors this clan to its favorite vacation spot--the magical shores of Grayton Beach

Soaring 12-foot-tall windows and doors in the living room display a panoramic ocean view just beyond the loggia and pool. Plush furnishings include Lee Industries’ sofas and chairs, petrified-wood accent tables from Bernhardt and Oly’s mirror-topped cocktail table.

Dutch West Indies-Inspired Paradise On Rosemary Beach

A Chicago couple escapes the cold in scenic splendor at this exquisite beachfront retreat overlooking the Gulf of Mexico

Regina Andrew wall sconces; focal art piece by Andrea Costa.

Ponte Vedra Home Embodies Lived-In Luxury

In homage to the nearby seaside, a serene family sanctuary is styled with soothing cool colors and natural wood accents

The renovated exterior of this historic residence in Neptune Beach takes its cues from the original Mediterranean Revival-style home constructed in 1931. New waterproofed brick veneer matches the old sand-lime brick that had deteriorated beyond repair, and stained mahogany doors emit an air of Old Florida elegance.

Historic Neptune Beach Home is an Elegant Vision

During an extensive restoration, a beloved historic home in Neptune Beach gets a fresh update while retaining its original elegance and architectural grandeur

Outdoors, a custom-designed pool is inset with a cushioned bench and a Jacuzzi created with mosaic tiles in blue hues that sparkle in the sunlight. Family and friends can relax in style on chaise lounges from Brown Jordan’s Kolo Collection.

Scenic On The River in Jacksonville

Created By An Award-Winning Architectural Design Team, This Waterfront Home In Jacksonville Features An Open Floor Plan With Soaring Ceilings

Exotic Wood Wraps A Coastal Contemporary on Amelia Island

Ocean views dominate the mind’s eye in this breathable and contemporary home that spotlights the homeowners’ passion for water and wine